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How do I obtain a copy of my divorce decree?
Asked on Jan 24th, 2015 on Divorce - California
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I am in need of obtaining a copy of my divorce decree which was filed in 2004. My ex-husband owes taxes, and the state has included me on what he owes. It states in the marital settlement agreement that he is ordered to pay for the years that the IRS has concluded that I owe as well as he. I need the decree to prove that I am not responsible for those years, and I was an innocent party to his claiming exempt status, I could not control that.
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Law Office of Robert Burns
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From your Courthouse.
Answered on Jan 27th, 2015 at 4:33 AM
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The IRS doesn't care about your arrangement with your husband. If you have to pay, you will be able to take him back to family law court and be reimbursed, pursuant to your agreement that he was responsible for those debts. Otherwise, you need to send the IRS the necessary paperwork so that you can convince them that you were an "innocent spouse". This may very well include a copy of the Judgment, but will also like require other evidence that you were indeed innocent to the filings. Go to your county's courthouse and request a copy, or see if they offer an online service that allows you to order a copy to be sent to you.
Answered on Jan 26th, 2015 at 2:56 PM
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On the Court' s website, lacourt.org you can order divorce judgments. You can also go to the archives downtown to order a copy. An attorney or paralegal can also get the Judgment for you.
Answered on Jan 26th, 2015 at 1:45 PM